Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Science

About

As one of the oldest dental schools in Karnataka, Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences (DSCDS) upholds a rich heritage of innovation in dental education, research efforts, community service and pioneering healthcare practices.

Founded in 1991, DSCDS remains a leader in the dental education & service. We have more than 1300 alumni currently redefining the field of oral health around the world.

Transforming Oral Healthcare in the 21st Century:

DSCDS supports & encourages the practice of ethical, innovative & community centric  healthcare services, & activities through a range of diverse educational programs and comprehensive patient services. Our students become committed and ethical professionals who respect the traditional practices of dental care while remaining focused on discovering newer avenues. 

Our focus remains to train students to become experts who lead the field.

Our distinguished faculty and staff provide students with a wealth of resources and opportunities, including smart classrooms, simulation preclinical labs, digital dental labs & clinics and a research program that emphasizes collaboration. Students are constantly involved in continuing dental education & various hands-on workshops targeted to advance their knowledge & education in general dentistry programs.

Ethical Dental Practice Coupled with a Human touch:

The patient-centric approach adopted by our institution in every field of oral healthcare is characterized by an equal mix of sympathy & empathy along with compassion, collaboration and more than 32 years of clinical experience. On an average, every single student graduating from DSCDS performs close to thousands of patient procedures and takes active part in providing free or discounted dental programs innumerable patients every year. We are driven to provide the highest level of care to our patients.
Diagnostic, preventive and treatment procedures are offered in the state-of-the-art dental operatories across various Departments & Clinics at DSCDS and its satellite clinic locations. Among the services offered to our patients are

• Diagnostic and treatment planning of Dental diseases
• Dental extractions and other oral surgery procedures
• Endodontics (root canals)
• Pediatric dentistry
• Periodontology (gum diseases)
• Preventive dentistry
• Oral pathology services
• Orthodontics (braces)
• Prosthodontics (Dentures, Maxillofacial Prostheses)

We also address an array of general dentistry needs, including teeth cleanings, radiographs, tooth coloured and metallic fillings, crowns and bridges, Precancer and cancer screening facilities, dentures and implants. 

VISION :
Dayananda Sagar College of Dental Sciences aims to be amongst the world's foremost academic institutions in the pursuit of educational, clinical, and research excellence. The institution also aims to provide ample scope for ideation, innovation, and community service, to shape future leaders in dentistry by applying science, art and technology breakthroughs, thereby contributing to national/global oral healthcare, welfare and development initiatives.

MISSION :

Our mission is to realize our vision by:

• Imparting integrated education and training to the students on par with global standards in dentistry, for the prevention and treatment of various oral diseases and conditions, thus contributing to the improvement and sustenance of better quality of life among all individuals of the society.
• Ensuring the development of comprehensive domain knowledge, skills and attitudes as required, meeting the above-said objective.
• Inculcating necessary clinical, diagnostic, and treatment skills, to manage patients effectively and efficiently, and extend similar quality services to the community.
• Applying theoretical and analytical knowledge in various areas of dentistry to create novel clinical methods and engage in knowledge transfer for the benefit of the society locally and for mankind globally.
• Delivering quality education in basic and applied dental research to promote innovation and ensure dissemination of new knowledge through presentations at conferences and publications in high-impact journals.
• Mobilizing faculty expertise to implement local, national, and international initiatives in the field of dentistry to achieve global oral health goals by the year 2030.